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Esther Loi

Esther joined The Straits Times in 2023. She writes about developments in the land transport, aviation and maritime sectors, and how they impact the man in the street. With a keen interest in community issues, she hopes to tell stories that matter to readers.

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Turbulence incidents on SIA, Scoot flights in June 2025 resulted in injuries to crew

The accidents were disclosed on June 23 and 24, 2026, when the Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB) published its final investigation reports.
The accidents were disclosed on June 23 and 24, 2026, when the Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB) published its final investigation reports.

Residents in towns like Sembawang, Bukit Panjang, Punggol have longest work commutes

SingStat said almost half of employed Singapore residents worked in the central region.
SingStat said almost half of employed Singapore residents worked in the central region.

NEL and SPLRT power system to be upgraded from 2027, to be completed progressively by mid-2030s

LTA said works will be carefully scheduled and done in phases to minimise impact on train operations.
LTA said works will be carefully scheduled and done in phases to minimise impact on train operations.

Improved wayfinding signs for Circle Line after passenger feedback

The improvements, being rolled out progressively from July 2, are based on feedback from passengers.
The improvements, being rolled out progressively from July 2, are based on feedback from passengers.

The pulse of Changi: How one of the world’s busiest airports keeps on running

Air crew bid farewell to century-old restaurant Wing Seong Fatty’s

Ronald Haack (left) and his wife Elizabeth Haack presenting Au Kok Wing, one of the owners of the Wing Seong Fatty’s restaurant with a gift to show appreciation for the restaurant.
Ronald Haack (left) and his wife Elizabeth Haack presenting Au Kok Wing, one of the owners of the Wing Seong Fatty’s restaurant with a gift to show appreciation for the restaurant.

Singapore’s first dedicated housing for bus drivers opens next to Sengkang West Depot

Senior bus captain Tian Yinfu inside the bedroom of his apartment at SBS Transit’s SQ@Sengkang West.
Senior bus captain Tian Yinfu inside the bedroom of his apartment at SBS Transit’s SQ@Sengkang West.

School bus operators can raise fares by up to 20% in July and August: MOE

Bus operators serving at least three schools will implement surcharges ranging from 10 to 20 per cent.
Bus operators serving at least three schools will implement surcharges ranging from 10 to 20 per cent.

Five things to do at the Circle Line Stage 6 public preview on July 4

The new stations will close the loop between HarbourFront and Marina Bay stations, making the CCL a full circle.
The new stations will close the loop between HarbourFront and Marina Bay stations, making the CCL a full circle.

CCL Stage 6: Building an MRT tunnel directly under Keppel Viaduct with live traffic overhead

Part of the sixth and final stage of the CCL, Keppel, Cantonment and Prince Edward Road stations will close the loop between HarbourFront and Marina Bay stations.
Part of the sixth and final stage of the CCL, Keppel, Cantonment and Prince Edward Road stations will close the loop between HarbourFront and Marina Bay stations.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.